Geriatric Syndromes - common conditions in older adults that are multifactorial and don't fit into distinct organ-based disease categories. They often involve dysfunction across multiple body systems and can lead to functional decline and impact quality of life.
Delirium in older adults is a serious neuropsychiatric syndrome characterized by an acute change in mental status and disturbances in attention, memory, or orientation. It's frequently triggered by multiple factors and can have significant negative impacts on cognitive function, physical health, and quality of life.
Frailty - a syndrome of decline in multiple physiological systems, leading to increased vulnerability to adverse health outcomes. Characterized by weakness, exhaustion, slow walking speed, and reduced physical activity, among other symptoms.
Falls are a significant health concern for older adults, causing injuries and increasing the risk of complications.
Urinary Incontinence - the involuntary leakage of urine. Common in older adults due to various factors like weakening of pelvic floor muscles, changes in bladder function, and the impact of age-related conditions like dementia. Not a normal part of aging.
Sarcopenia - the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength, leading to decreased physical function and increased risk of falls, disability, and mortality. Characterized by a progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength.
Geriatric Sleep Disorders encompass various sleep issues prevalent in older adults, including insomnia, sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, and circadian rhythm disturbances.